Torres Del Paine Full Day Overland Truck 4x4 from El Calafate
Description
Discover in a full day excursion Torres del Paine National Park (Chile), considered one of the eighth wonders of the world. Located in the heart of Southern Patagonia, 300 kms south of El Calafate, it is considered one of the most beautiful parks in the world for its curious and unique conformation of mountains, glaciers, lakes, waterfalls, flora and fauna. Crossing the Patagonian steppe from north to south we will arrive at the Cancha Carrera border crossing (approximately 3.30 hrs), from where we will start touring the beautiful south of Chile. - Travel through the patagonian steppe onboard our strong and confortable 4x4 Overland Trucks. - We are Southroad, a company with 21 years experience of Full day tours from Calafate to Chalten & Torres del Paine.
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Discover in a full day excursion Torres del Paine National Park (Chile), considered one of the eighth wonders of the world. Located in the heart of Southern Patagonia, 300 kms south of El Calafate, it is considered one of the most beautiful parks in the world for its curious and unique conformation of mountains, glaciers, lakes, waterfalls, flora and fauna. Onboard our OVERLAND 4X4 TRUCKS we will visit strategic points, from where we will undertake walks that allow us to access the panoramic viewpoints of the most important natural attractions of the Park. By default we do a walk of low technical difficulty and minimal physical demand. The walk is done in the company of our trekking guides authorized by CONAF - Chile.
The tour begins early in the morning from El Calafate -we use several support vehicles to ensure a quick start of the tour- to the international border. Chile the head vehicle finished the pick up we will head to the international border of Cancha Carrera - Cerro Castillo, taking the unpaved road called "The ShortCut" where we will arrive in at 10.30 am approximately. The guide will assist the travelers on the customs procedures. The reduced travel times are the result of the enormous benefits of using our latest generation 4x4 Overland Truck, which allows excellent performance on the asphalt (even by on top of conventional buses) and circulate on unpaved roads almost like on the asphalt.
Once we enter Chile we make a stop at the coffee place and money exchange El Ovejero. This is the first place with public restrooms and only place where travelers will be able to buy a handcraft and/or exchange money for the fee entrance of the national park.
Once in the Park, we will make various stops with and without descending the vehicle to contemplate lakes, waterfalls, and we will even be able to watch foxes and guanacos, and perhaps pumas, among other native animals. From Lago Sarmiento we will have the widest view the entire Paine Range
Laguna Amarga: with our overland trucks we will ride by the coast of the Lagoon up to an exclusive point where the Paine Towers are reflected in the turquoise waters. We will walk along the coast and take unique photos
Cascada Paine: Beautiful scenery where we will have an outdoor lunch. As this park is full of different species of native animals, it is very likely that we will have guanacos, foxes, ostriches, condors and many other species of birds. Perhaps -as it has been happening to us in recent seasons- in this or in some other sector of the park we will most likely have an unforgettable encounter with pumas -animal very difficult to see until a few years ago-.
Portería Laguna Amarga (entrance of the park): Despite having been touring the national park for about 2 hours, the entrance to the park is paid at 1 pm aprox as the administrative office is located in a central location of the park. Foreign currency (dollar and euro) is received at the park between Oct 1 and Apr 30. The bills must be in perfect condition and can receive the change in Chilean currency. We trust that on the season 20/21 the fee be payed online before the tour. In this point there are pubic restrooms.
Here we have already begun to circulate the south side of the park where the imposing Cuernos del Paine and its variety of colors dominate the landscape. We will make a stop at the highest panoramic point of the excursion where the landscape combines granite mountains, valleys, lakes and the Paine Grande Glacier.
Salto Grande Waterfall: at this point we will start the hike to the inferior mirador of the Lake Nordenskjold. During the tour we will visit the imposing Salto Grande, where Lake Nordenskjold falls onto Lake Pehoe, forming beautiful rainbows on windy and sunny days. This is the place where the force of the Patagonian wind can be perceived since for geographical reasons it is considered one of the windiest places in the world.
Pehoe Lake Mirador: In this place the most representative photos have been taken and that best reflect the beauty of Torres del Paine National Park. The landscape highlights the Horns, the French valley, the Franch glacier, Monte Paine Grande and the Lake and the Hostería Pehoe. From this point and around 4.30 pm we will start the return to the border and then continue to Calafate.
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Mandatory requirements for doing the tour: The traveler must show the following documents to the guide before boarding: • Passport or Mercosur ID (original), must be the same declared in the reservation. Non-residents: it must be the same with which they enter Argentina. • Entrance to the National Park must be purchased online in advance. • Please inform food restrictions if any, 24 hs in advance. • Must complete Digital Affidavit to enter Chile 24 hs prior to departure Phytosanitary controls: Meals are included and are plentiful, however, you can bring extra food or drink, which must be dry and packaged. It is forbidden to bring fresh food such as meats, fruits, and vegetables. • Every passenger must check in advanced visas and special permits to travel between Argentina and Chile according to their passport nationality. Last update Feb 2023.
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- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(421)
If you love nature, this tour is for you. It is a little far from el calafate so just be prepared for that, nevertheless I really enjoyed the views, the hike and the tour guide was great.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the views, the hike, and that our guide made the experience special. You're absolutely right — the distance from El Calafate is part of the adventure, and we're glad it was worth every kilometer! Torres del Paine never disappoints those who love nature. We hope to welcome you back to Patagonia soon!
The landscape is beautiful; it should be noted that it is a long and somewhat tiring activity. It is a pity that the truck had very dirty windows, and we could see less than half of the landscape and wildlife, only when we were getting off. The trekking: they did not mention that it was the only way to reach the viewpoint of the mountains, so my wife missed it; although later the views from the lake were very good. The guide told us everything with great willingness, although a bit more silence would have been preferable. A lovely experience, although there were things we would have preferred to improve.
Muchas gracias por tomarse el tiempo de compartir su experiencia y sus comentarios. Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron del paisaje, de las vistas desde el lago y de la atención de nuestra guía. Transmitiremos sus palabras al equipo, que siempre trabaja con mucha dedicación. Respecto a los vidrios, los días de lluvia y caminos con barro generan salpicaduras que ensucian rápidamente las ventanas durante el recorrido, algo que lamentablemente es difícil de evitar en esas condiciones. Tomamos nota de su observación para seguir mejorando. En cuanto al trekking, vale mencionar que las montañas son visibles durante todo el recorrido y desde distintos puntos del tour. La caminata al mirador es la única de mayor distancia dentro de la excursión, por lo que es completamente opcional para quienes prefieran no realizarla. Esperamos tener la oportunidad de recibirlos nuevamente y que puedan disfrutar de la Patagonia en toda su magnitud. Esperamos verlos pronto por Patagonia!!
The place is nice but the whole tour was too long, and passing the border is not fun, our guide 6/10 food 4/10
Hi, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the destination itself. We understand the border crossing can add time and feel tedious, it's a required process when crossing into Chile, though we know it affects the overall pace of the day. Thanks again for sharing, it really helps us get better.
I booked this tour to go with a friend who ended up unable to go and I went alone, to my surprise the other tourists also gave up and I ended up going alone with the guide and the driver. It was amazing! They were extremely attentive, they made the whole script with me and took the photos. We were lucky to see two pumas and several other animals from the local fauna. The day was cloudy so I couldn't get extraordinary photos but the whole vibe is amazing! At one of the last points of the tour began to snow and the experience was sensational. I highly recommend! Once again I reinforce the care of the guide and the driver. They were extremely attentive!
Olá! Que história incrível, muito obrigado por compartilhar com tanto carinho. Ficamos super felizes que tenha tido essa experiência única, com pumas, neve e toda a atenção da guia e do motorista. Vamos repassar seu elogio para a equipe, eles vão adorar saber o quanto fizeram a diferença no seu dia. Esperamos recebê-la novamente em uma próxima viagem!
Torres de Paine is incredibly beautiful and what views. The walk was even allowed to be a bit longer, but of course this is difficult with a touring group. Everything at the border was well arranged and it was clearly stated what we had to arrange in advance for the park and the border. During the walk sat we even got to see Guanacos up close!!
Wat fijn om te lezen dat Torres del Paine zo'n onvergetelijke indruk op u heeft gemaakt! Het is zonder twijfel een van de meest indrukwekkende plekken ter wereld. Geweldig dat de grensovergang en de parkvoorbereiding vlot verliepen, en wat een bijzonder moment moet het geweest zijn om de guanaco's van zo dichtbij te zien! We hopen u snel weer te mogen verwelkomen op een nieuw avontuur.
Santiago & Alberta Punctual professionals, attentive to detail and with mastery of various information relevant to the tour that we made to Torres Del Paine. Naturally cordial and caring, were responsible for our full safety and enjoyment of the tour. The company provided a regional local guide for our great experience. They were all largely responsible for the success and great appreciation we had of the place. Excellent experience.
Muito obrigado pelo seu comentário tão carinhoso! Ficamos muito felizes em saber que Santiago e Alberto estiveram à altura das suas expectativas e que contribuíram para que sua visita a Torres del Paine fosse uma experiência inesquecível. A pontualidade, o cuidado com os detalhes e o bem-estar dos nossos passageiros são valores que cultivamos com muito orgulho. Esperamos recebê-lo novamente em breve para uma nova aventura
My trip to Patagonia had one big goal: to visit the Torres del Paine. The program, the guide, the means of transportation, the meal, and already the weather, were great. Viator charges the same as the company that provides the service, but has a much more favorable cancellation policy. In a geographical zone that has great meteorological instability, this makes all the difference.
Muito obrigado pelo seu comentário! Fico muito feliz que a sua visita às Torres del Paine tenha superado as expectativas — afinal, era o grande objetivo da sua viagem à Patagónia! É gratificante saber que o programa, o guia, o transporte e a refeição estiveram todos ao nível esperado. Tem toda a razão quanto à instabilidade meteorológica da região — é mesmo uma realidade com que lidamos diariamente, e por isso compreendemos bem a importância de uma política de cancelamento flexível para os nossos visitantes. Esperamos poder recebê-lo novamente numa próxima aventura pela Patagónia!
Realistically, It’s actually just visiting the park with 12 hour ride. All the stops listed are just pit stops and border control. And then a couple of scenic shots. Which means you don’t need to worry about bathroom breaks.
Thank you for sharing your perspective on the tour. We really appreciate your honesty regarding the travel times. You are absolutely right: visiting the National Park from here involves a long journey and necessary logistics, including border control and strategic stops. We try to make those 'pit stops' as comfortable as possible so our guests can relax and focus on the destination. We are glad to hear that, despite the long ride, you were able to capture those scenic shots and enjoy the beauty of the park.We hope the landscapes you witnessed made the journey worth it!
intense day, guide (alessandra) very organized, informed, nice. nice walk, worth it
"Grazie mille per la tua recensione! Siamo felici che tu abbia trascorso una giornata intensa ma gratificante con noi.Torres del Paine è un luogo che richiede energia, ma come hai detto tu, ne vale assolutamente la pena per la bellezza della passeggiata e dei panorami. Speriamo di rivederti presto in Patagonia!"
Although it was raining the walk was amazing, the park is beautiful anyway, one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen in my life
"Muito obrigado pelo seu comentário! Ficamos imensamente felizes em saber que, mesmo com a chuva, você conseguiu apreciar a beleza do parque. Como costumamos dizer por aqui, a Patagônia tem um charme especial em todos os seus estados, e as nuvens e a chuva muitas vezes tornam a paisagem ainda mais dramática e inesquecível. É um prazer saber que este se tornou um dos lugares mais lindos que você já viu na vida. Agradecemos a sua visita e esperamos vê-lo(a) novamente em uma próxima aventura!"
